•if you have long hair or wear a headscarf, make sure it's tucked out of the way (it could get caught in machinery)

•to take reasonable care not to put other people - fellow employees and members of the public - at risk by what you do or don't do in the course of your work

•to co-operate with your employer, making sure you get proper training and you understand and follow the company's health and safety policies

•not to interfere with or misuse anything that's been provided for your health, safety or welfare

•to report any injuries, strains or illnesses you suffer as a result of doing your job (your employer may need to change the way you work)

•to tell your employer if something happens that might affect your ability to work (eg becoming pregnant or suffering an injury) - your employer has a legal responsibility for your health and safety, they may need to suspend you while they find a solution to the problem, but you will normally be paid if this happens

•if you drive or operate machinery, to tell your employer if you take medication that makes you drowsy - they should temporarily move you to another job if they have one for you to do